1000 Years of British MonarchySterling Silver Ingots a 50-piece set by John Pinches (1973), all ingots Proof nFDC to FDC in the long wooden box of issue, Total gross ingot weight 3300 grams
Battle of Malplaquet 1709 47mm diameter in silver by J.Croker, Obverse: Bust of Queen Anne, left, crowned and draped ANNA. D:G. MAG.: BRI: FR: ET. HIB: REG: Reverse: A battle scene in a wood, Victory hovers above with two laurel wreaths. CONCORDIA . ET. VIRTVTE. In exergue: GALLIS . AD . TAISNIERE . DEVICTIS . AVG : XXXI. MDCCIX, Eimer 438 AU/GEF, the reverse with some thin scratches, attractively toned with some iridescence
Calendar Medal 1781 38mm diameter in brass by John Powell of Birmingham About Fine, Middlesex Penny Political and Social Series a later copy in white metal, Fine, corroded, Friendly Society Lead or White metal Token, Penny-sized, legend unclear, Fair, corroded
Charles IINavalVictory against Holland 1665, 62mm diameter in silver by J.Roettier, Obverse: Bust of the King, draped, right, CAROLVS . SECVNDVS . D.G. MAG. BRI. FRAN. ET. HIB. REX, Reverse: The King as a Roman general stands viewing a naval engagement from the seashore. In Exergue: PRO. TALIBVS. AVSIS, Eimer 230 EF or very near so with some contact marks, an attractively toned example
Chaucer and the Canterbury Tales a 36-medal set in silver by John Pinches (Medallists) Ltd. in an album the medals depicting Geoffrey Chaucer, Thomas a Becket, Henry II and a scene from each of the Canterbury Tales nFDC-FDC some with toning, in a brown album with a book of certificates
Coronation of George II 1727 34mm diameter in silver by J.Croker Eimer 510 the official coronation issue Obverse Bust left Laureate, armoured and draped, GEORGIVS. II. D.G. MAG. BR. FR. ET. HIB. REX. Reverse the King enthroned right, is crowned by Britannia VOLENTES. PER. POPULOS Exergue: CORON. XI. OCTOB. MDCCXXVII GVF with touches of blue toning, a pleasing example
Coronation of George IV 1821 35mm diameter in bronze by B.Pistrucci Eimer 1146 the official Royal Mint issue, Obverse: GEORGIUS IIII D:G: BRITANNIARUM REX F.D. Reverse: George IV enthroned, left, crowned by Victory behind. Before him stand Britannia, Hibernia and Scotia, PROPRIO JAMJURE ANIMO PATERNO, In Exergue: INAUGURATUS DIE. JULII XIX. ANNO MDCCCXXI NEF with some light hairlines and an edge nick
Coronation of Queen Anne 1702 Obverse Bust left draped ANNA. D.G MAG.BR.FRA. ET HIB. REGINA. Reverse Pallas standing left hurling thunder at a two-headed monster VICEM. GERIT. ILLA. TONANTIS Exergue INAVGVRAT. XXIII. AP. MDCCII, the official Coronation issue, 35mm diameter in copper Eimer 390 VF/GVF
Coronation of Queen Anne 1702 Obverse Bust left draped ANNA. D:G: MAG:BR:FRA: ET. HIB: REGINA. Reverse Pallas standing left hurling thunder at a two-headed monster VICEM. GERIT. ILLA. TONANTIS Exergue INAVGVRAT. XXIII. AP. MDCCII the official Coronation issue, 35mm diameter in silver Eimer 390 Good Fine/Fine
Diamond Jubilee of Queen Victoria 1897 56mm diameter in silver Eimer 1817 the Official Royal Mint issue EF with blue, gold and magenta toning, in the red box of issue, this with the lid detached
France (2) - Napoleon I Commemorative Medal An 6 (1797) Paris , 34mm diameter in bronze, Obverse: Uniformed Bust left, hair en-queue, BONAPARTE NE A AJACCIO LE 15 AOUT 1769 Reverse: Legend in four lines LA FRANCE LUI DEVRA LA VICTOIRE ET LA PAIX within a wreath UNC, Louis Napoleon - Proclamation of President Louis Napoleon Bonaparte 1848, 25mm diameter in bronze Obverse: Bust left Ls. Non., BONAPARTE PRESIDENT DE LA REPUBLIQUE FRANCAISE Toned UNC
George VSilver Jubilee 1935 the official Royal Mint issue, by P. Metcalfe, 57mm diameter in silver with matt finish, Eimer 2029a, 86.68 grammes, UNC with a light toning area to the right of the reverse, otherwise choice, in the red Royal Mint box of issue
John F. Kennedy Memorial Medal 39mm diameter in silver, Obverse: Bust half-facing, right JOHN F KENNEDY, Reverse Kennedy standing, , in left field : '…OF THOSE TO WHOM MUCH IS GIVEN, MUCH IS REQIRED' and his signature 25.68 grammes Prooflike UNC the obverse with choice tone, boxed with original receipt from 1968, USA John Kennedy and Robert Kennedy Memorial Medal 34mm diameter in silver Obverse: Busts left, conjoined 29.5.1917- JOHN F. KENNEDY - 22.11.1963, 20-11-1925 - ROBERT F. KENNEDY - 6.6.1968, Reverse: United States Eagle, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA UNC with Prooflike fields
Medals (8) Queen VictoriaDiamond Jubilee 1897 56mm diameter in silver, the Official Royal Mint issue VF, Coronation of Edward VII 1902 56mm diameter in bronze Fine, cleaned, Golden Jubilee of Queen Victoria 1887 77mm diameter in bronze Eimer 1733 the Official Royal Mint issue, Fine cleaned, Visit of Alexander II of Russia to London 1874 77mm diameter in bronze, Eimer 1634 by C.Wiener, Fine, cleaned, St. George's ChurchLeicester 1823 laying of the foundation stone, 64mm diameter in bronze, Fine, cleaned, Christopher Columbus 400th Anniversary of The Landing of Columbus 1892 76mm diameter in bronze, Fine, cleaned, Fine Arts Exhibition 1873 70mm diameter in lead by G.T.Morgan, Eimer 1622 Obverse: Bust of Prince Albert left, Reverse Facade of buildings including the Royal Albert Hall VF, Prize Medal 1920 Southern Counties Cross Country Championship - Orion Harriers, awarded to A.E.Blunden 35mm diameter in bronze EF
Medals (9) 19th and early 20th Century mostly in copper or bronze, includes Winchester Cathedral (c.1855) 59mm diameter in Eimer 1507 Obverse: Exterior of the cathedral, Reverse: Interior of the cathedral, EF, Liverpool Seamens Friend Society, founded 1820 by Vaughton & Sones GEF with traces of lustre, William Shakespeare laudatory medal 1842 by H.H. Young and W.J. Taylor NEF, Nelson's flagship the Foudroyant 37mm diameter in copper NEF with traces of lustre, Sunday School Centenary 1885 Thomas Charles 44mm diameter, in bronze, Reverse: 8-line inscription in Welsh, Eimer 1713 VF holed, Kings and Queens of England - Edward III (2) by J. Dassier EF and NEF the second with some surface porosity, Save The Victory Fund (c.1923) Reverse: Copper Taken From H.M.S. Victory 1923 within a wreath GVF, VictoriaGolden Jubilee 1887 39mm diameter in brass? Obverse Veiled head of Queen Victoria, Reverse: Crowned Royal Arms, with VICTORIA QUEEN AND EDMPRESS below, ISRAEL KNOWLES CHAIRMAN 1837 1887 INCE JUBILEE CELEBRATION VF/GVF
Medals and Tokens a collection in an album (106) includes German States - Prussia 1757 Friedrich - Victory in Prague, Good Fine, White metal 19th Century issues (29) in mixed grades to EF, Death of William Pitt 1806, Queen Victoria Visit to London 1837 Eimer 1303 VF, a wide variety and a useful group
Prize Medals, Fantasies and Gaming counters a varied group includes Prize Medals (4) by Huguenin comprising Diablerets S.C. 27 Dec 1910 1st Prize 100 Aces, La Comete Diablerets S.C Jan. 1912 2nd Prize, and Leysin 1st Prize La Comete 4/1/12 each 30mm diameter in silver, and Diablerets S.C.30 Dec. 1910 2nd Prize 100 Aces 30mm diameter in bronze each with a bobsleigh type event depicted on the reverse EF and unusual, GB Fantasy Crowns 1706 EF and 1879 Shield Reverse, Plain edge by D.R.Golder, Gaming Counters (3) 1788 and 1797 Fine, in brass, holed, the third a Half Guinea size 1797 Near Fine, silvered, Austria 3 Keuzer 1676 made into a button Fine, India Copper Dump coinage 18mm diameter Falus/Paisa Fine, Indian Princely States Silver Quarter Rupee Fair with much of the detail worn
Queen VictoriaDiamond Jubilee 1897 26mm diameter in gold, the official Royal Mint issue, Eimer 1817b the odd tiny rim nick otherwise UNC and choice, a most attractive example and rare thus
The Churchill Medals a 4-piece set by John Pinches (Medallists) Ltd. undated each obverse with a portrait of Churchill, each reverse with a famous Churchill quote on a lion-headed tablet and flanked by Union Jack flags, each medal Prooflike 'Special Mint Finish' total weight 149.1 grammes, nFDC to FDC retaining practically full mint brilliance, numbered (163) on the edges, in the box of issue with certificate, an attractive set
The Pistrucci Waterloo Medal 200th Anniversaryundated, struck in 2015 to Pistrucci's original design, 80mm diameter in .999 silver UNC with matt finish, in the Royal Mint box of issue with certificate and booklet
Union of England and Scotland 1707 35mm diameter in bronze Eimer 425 by J.Croker Obverse: Bust left draped, ANNA. D:G. MAG. BR. FR. ET. HIB: REG. Reverse: Arms of Britain on escutcheon, supported on a platform inscribed SEMPER EADEM decorated with a rose and thistle, with two infant genii supporting a crown above the arms; collar and George of the Garter below, NEF/EF
Ushaw College, University of Durham, Cardinal William Alanus (1532-1594) prize medal 1858 (2) by Carl Voigt, 67mm diameter the first in gilt bronze, the second in bronze, Obv: Bust of Cardinal Alanus facing slightly to the left, IN. MEM. TANTI. VIRI COLL. VSHAW HOC PRAEMIVM MERITI EXCVDI FEC. MDCCCLVIII, and signed C.F.VOIGHT. ROMAE. Rev: A group around the Virgin and child enthroned. (Forrer VI, 310) in Exergue: DA MIHI SEDIVMIVARVM AD SISTRICEM SAPIENT both in the brown cases of issue, the gilt bronze example A/UNC with IN CLASS. LITT.HUM. PRIMAS MERENTI IN COLLEGIO S. CUTHBERTI on the lid, the bronze example UNC cased with IN CLASS. LITT.HUM. BENE MERENTI IN COLLEGIO S. CUTHBERTI on the lid
Ushaw College, University of Durham, Cardinal William Alanus (1532-1594) prize medal 1858 by Carl Voigt, 67mm diameter in gilt bronze, Obv: Bust of Cardinal Alanus facing slightly to the left, IN. MEM. TANTI. VIRI COLL. VSHAW HOC PRAEMIVM MERITI EXCVDI FEC. MDCCCLVIII, and signed C.F.VOIGHT. ROMAE. Rev: A group around the Virgin and child enthroned. (Forrer VI, 310) in Exergue: DA MIHI SEDIVMIVARVM AD SISTRICEM SAPIENT AU/UNC in the brown case of issue with IN CLASS. LITT.HUM. PRIMAS MERENTI IN COLLEGIO S. CUTHBERTI on the lid
A World War II group of five comprising 1939-45 Star, Atlantic Star, Burma Star with Pacific clasp, War Medal and NavalLong Service and Good Conduct Medal the last two named to LX 21074 L.W.Freezer P.O. Std. H.M.S. Tyne GVF to EF all with ribbons, mounted on a bar
Baltic Medal 1854-1855 unnamed GVF with attractive old grey tone, with ribbon, along with Group of three awarded to G. Saker comprising Queen's South Africa Medal 3rd type Reverse, with Cape Colony and Orange Free State bars to 24421 Bomb. G. Saker R.F.A VF, and World War I War Medal and Victory Medal to 183011 Gnr. G.Saker R.A, VF to GVF
Bulgaria Medals (3) Order of the Red Banner of Labour, Order of Saint Cyril and Methodius, First Class, and Order of Peoples Labour, all EF to UNC mounted on a bar, comes with issue book
ChinaWar Medal 1900 in silver, Instituted for service during the Boxer Rebellion of 1900, awarded to Charles Searle Ord. H.M.S.Aurora NEF/EF and attractively toned
Death Plaque and Military Medal - Bravery in the Field, , to Pte. Charles Smith 9th LondonRegiment (Queen Victoria's Rifles) along with Buckingham Palace letter signed by King George V, and scroll both affixed to card. He is buried at Bronfay Farm Military Cemetery, Bray - Sur - Somme, II. F.69, France, Death Plaque VF, Medal EF with some hairlines
Delhi Durbar Medal 1911 VF with ribbon un-named as issued, along with World War I group of three awarded to 60356 Dvr.T.H.F. Randall, R.F.A. 1914 Mons Star, War Medal (to Cpl. T.H.F. Randall R.A) and Victory Medal (to Cpl. T.H.F. Randall R.A) NEF to EF
General Service Medal 1962 with South Arabia clasp, awarded to 23945140 Pte. A.B.Ross SCLI Bright EF/NEF with hairlines, the reverse with some surface deposit
ImperialService Medals in silver (5) George V, coinage profile, awarded to John Bate, EF, boxed, George V, crowned bust, awarded to William Dalglish, Lustrous A/UNC, boxed, George VI Crowned bust, awarded to Stanley Archer Scott, NEF, boxed, George VI Crowned bust, awarded to John Pullinger, EF cleaned, now retoning, boxed, Elizabeth II DEI GRATIA legend, awarded to Harry-Horatio Roling, Lustrous GEF with hints of colourful toning, boxed
IndiaGeneral Service Medal with two clasps Waziristan 1919-21 and Waziristan 1921-24, to 6077846 Pte. E.T.Caress The Queen's Regiment, as part of a group of four to awarded to Pte. E. Caress World War I War Medal (to GS-8577 Pte. E. Caress R.W.Kent R.) and Victory Medal (to GS-8577 Pte. E. Caress R.W.Kent R.), and RoyalNavalLong Service and Good Conduct Medal George V (type 1) Non-swivelling bar, narrow suspender, (to K.64947 E.T. Caress S.P.O. H.M.S.Pembroke, EF with some hairlines
Long Service and Good Conduct medal George V (type A) awarded to 27672 Q.M.Sjt. INSTR: W.Hayward. R.E, NEF/EF with some scratches below the bust, no ribbon, Territorial Efficient Service Medal George VI (Type Ab, legend ends FID:DEF) awarded to 5672016 Pte. H.T.Winter Som. L.I. EF with some surface marks
Metropolitan Police group of three awarded to P.C J.Fairman, comprising Queen VictoriaDiamond Jubilee Medal dated 1887 with 1897 bar, in bronze NVF cleaned, Edward VIICoronation 1902 in bronze GVF cleaned, George V Coronation 1911 in silver, VF/GVF, mounted on a bar, as worn, along with a Metropolitan Police helmet badge
NavalLong Service and Good Conduct Medal awarded to JX. 153299 J.D. Whetton P.O. H.M.S. Pembroke VF/GVF with a scratch on the obverse, Mercantile Marine War Medal 1914-1918 awarded to James Byrne VF with some surface residue, World War I (4) 1914 Star awarded to CH. 5419 Sergt. A.E.H. Fowler R.M. Brigade EF with surface residue, 1914-15 Star awarded to L-11873 Gnr. F.J. Stiling R.F.A GVF, British War Medals (2) the first awarded to 13024 Pte. G. Chadbourne Notts. & Derby. R. VF, the second awarded to 54406 Pte. J. Ramsey R. Fus.GVF/NEF
Queen Victoria Jubilee Medallion 1887, the obverse with centre picture of the Queen, with details of her Birth, Coronation, Marriage, and Golden Jubilee, the reverse with the first two verses of the National Anthem 36mm cross-shaped with blue ribbon, VF, Opening of The Birmingham University 1909 Obverse: Conjoined busts left, of King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra, Reverse: 4-line inscription on a scroll GEF boxed, Coronation of George V City of Birmingham 35mm diameter in bronze, GEF holed with suspension loop and ribbon, The King's Medal 1911 32mm diameter in bronze by F. Ransom, Reverse: A crowned shield within a wreath with the legend 'Awarded by the London Covnty Covncil for Attendance, Condvct and Indvstry Dvring The Year in ten lines EF/AU, together with pins (4) L.C.C. and 1911-12, and two with floral decoration, First World War Medal, awarded to 21892 Pte. H. Ashman E. Lan. R. Fine with no suspension mount, World War II stars 1939-45 and Pacific Stars miniature copies with ribbons, Fine
Queen's South Africa Medal (3rd type, reverse undated, hand points to F of AFRICA) with five clasps :- Cape Colony, Orange Free State, Transvaal, South Africa 1901 and South Africa 1902, awarded to 7599 GNR. R.Wood 43rd BTY. R.F.A. GVF with some hairlines
Queen's South Africa Medal and World War I pair to W.Hayward. Queen's South Africa medal, second type reverse with 'ghost' date, with three bars, Transvaal, Orange Free State and Cape Colony, named to 27672 Cpl. W Hayward, NEF with ribbon, First World War pair War Medal and Victory Medal to Q.M. & Lieutenant W.Hayward both NEF
Second ChinaWar Medal with two clasps Taku Forts 1860 and Pekin 1860, awarded to Sapper Wm.Huxley . 23rd C. Royal Engineers VF with some scratches by the clasp, with ribbon
The Volunteer Officer's Decoration (instituted 1892) VR cypher, in silver-gilt awarded to Major John Wood 4.V.B Ches. Regt No.155, (hallmarked London 1895), EF with ribbon, without top bar
World Medals (3) Germany - Mother's Cross Silver award, second class, awarded for raising six or seven children EF, USAWorld War IIVictory Medal with ribbon and pin EF with some surface residue, PakistanGeneral Service Medal with Kashmir 1948 clasp EF
World War I group of four to 63741 Dvr. P.H.Caselton R.F.A. comprising 1914 Mons Star with Silver Rosette, British War Medal (to Bmbr. P.H. Caselton) and Victory Medal (to Bmbr. P.H.Caselton), with Italy - Messina Earthquake Medal 1908 VF/NEF cleaned, with papers, along with ImperialService Medal with box , along with World War II group of three comprising 1939-45 Star, The Air Crew Europe Star and War Medal 1939-45, these un-named, EF to GEF with ribbons, we note a Sergeant VJ Caselton 1801923 has entitlement to the same group of medals
World War I Pair, British War Medal and Victory Medal to 18457 Pte. A.E.Wakeham , The Queen's Regiment, War Medal NVF with surface stress marks and a heavy edge pinch, Victory medal EF with ribbon, along with Pennies (2) 1898 VG and 1965 VF
World War I pairs British War Medal and Victory Medal (2) the first pair awarded to M.35120 V.G. Hawkins Sto.1. R.N, GVF to EF, the second pair awarded to G-27531 Pte. B. Kelly R.W.Kent R. VF to NEF the bronze medals with some surface residue from vinyl storage, along with World War IIDefence Medal NEF with some surface residue
World War I War medal awarded to 865295 Sergt. R. Underhay R.A. VF cleaned, and Territorial Force Efficiency Medal George V issue (type A) GVF cleaned awarded to 865295 Sergt. R. Underhay R.F.A
Albania (4) Order for Good Service to State and Society First Class, Second Class and Third Class awards, with Era of Communism Medal Red star above Red flag VF to EF, along with Albania Nene Heroine (Awarded 1955-1990) awarded to mothers of 10 children EF, Albania Motherhood medals, First class, Second class and Third Class, EF with ribbons, with awards for Agriculture, Arts, Military and Distinguished Master of Professions, in mixed grades to EF, along with Hungary (2) Service to the Homeland Class 1 UNC boxed, Hungary 20 Years Exemplary Military Service UNC boxed
Britannia Medal 2007 Victoria Cross Winners, the reverse design includes John Travers Cornwell, the youngest recipient of a VC, Captain Albert Ball of the Sherwood Foresters and Royal Flying Corps (later the RAF), and Guy Gibson, leader of the Dambuster raid 5oz. Silver Proof, nFDC with a hint of toning, in a Westminster box with certificate
Britannia Medal 2011 75th Anniversary of the 'Year of the Three Kings' (1936) 5oz. Silver Proof with gold plated portraits on the reverse, FDC in a Westminster box with certificate
Campaign Medals (8) World War I British War Medal to 36515 Pte. F.Bayford E.York Reg.World War II (7)1939-1945 Star (2), Atlantic Star (2), Africa Star and Italy Star, and War Medal 1939-1945 GVF to GEF with ribbons, East YorkshireRegiment cap badge, The King's Royal Rifle Corps cap badge, Germany Kriegsverdienstkreuz 2.Klasse (Non combatant), along with three unnamed prize medals (boxed), Safe driving medal 1946-1955, Punctual Attendance Medal 1908-1909 London County Council in white metal VF, George VSilver Jubilee Medal 1935 35mm diameter in brass showing the names of many Commonwealth countries GVF pierced for suspension, Edward VIIICoronation medal 38mm diameter in white metal NVF, pierced for suspension, and a small medalet bearing the portrait of Joan of arc VF
Coronation of Edward VII 1902 31mm diameter in silver by G.W.de Saulles Eimer 1871b (3) EF to A/UNC all with pleasing tone, and each in a Royal Mint red box of issue
Coronation of George IV 1821 35mm diameter in copper by B. Pistrucci, The Official Royal Mint issue, Eimer 1146, Obverse: Bust left Laureate GEORGIUS IIII D.G. BRITANNIARUM REX F.D. Reverse: George IV enthroned, left, crowned by Victory, behind, before him stand Britannia, Hibernia and Scotia PROPRIO JAM JURE ANIMO PATERNO in exergue: INAUGURATUS/ DIE. JULII. XIX. /ANNO.MDCCCXXI, 22.67 grammes, a small flattening on the highest part of the truncation, otherwise UNC attractively toned, a very attractive example, comes with the round red case of issue, seldom seen in this high grade
Coronation of George VI 1937 57mm diameter in silver Eimer 2046a by P. Metcalfe, The official Royal Mint issue, 84.06 grammes, ,Matt finish a choice example, UNC in the original red box of issue
Coronation of Queen Victoria 1838 36mm diameter in copper by B. Pistrucci, The Official Royal Mint issue, Eimer 1315 Obverse Bust left draped and wearing a bandeau. VICTORIA. D.G. BRITANNIARUM REGINA F.D. Reverse Victoria enthroned left, receives a crown from Britannia, Hibernia and Scotia ERIMUS TIBI NOBILE REGNUM Exergue. INAUGURATA DIE JUNII XXVIII MDCCCXXXVIII, 23.87 grammes, UNC and nicely toned, a few small contact marks in the obverse field barely detract, seldom seen in this pleasing grade, in a square black contemporary box
Coronation of Queen Victoria 1838 64mm diameter in White Metal by C. Davis, Obverse: Head of the Queen left, garlanded with roses, thistles and shamrocks, VICTORIA D:G: BRITANNIAR: REGINA F:D: Reverse: Queen Victoria enthroned, on a raised stage, being crowned by the Archbishop of Canterbury. To the right she is proclaimed by the figures of Britannia, Scotia and Hibernia; to the left she is attended by Justice and Industry, a winged herald and cherub above, with a lion and cornucopia below. H.M.G. MAJESTY VICTORA . BORN MAY 24th 1819 . ASCENDED THE BRITISH THRONE JUNE 20th 1837. In exergue: CROWNED JUNE 28th 1838. Signed DAVIS BIRM. to the right of the design, BHM 1807, 81.66 grammes, A/UNC and lustrous with a few small spots, Rare
Coronation of William IV 1831 33mm diameter in copper by W.WyonEimer 1251 The official Royal Mint issue after F.Chantrey, Obverse : Bust of William IV right, with raised C on truncation, WILLIAM THE FOURTH CROWNED SEP:8 1831, Reverse: Bust, right, diademed, of Queen Adelaide ADELAIDE. QUEEN CONSORT. CROWNED SEP : 8 1831. UNC and attractively toned, the odd small spot in the fields barely detracts, in the round case of issue, the lid detached
Coronation of William IV 1831 33mm diameter in silver by W.WyonEimer 1251 The official Royal Mint issue after F.Chantrey, Obverse : Bust of William IV right, with raised C on truncation, WILLIAM THE FOURTH CROWNED SEP:8 1831, Reverse: Bust of Queen Adelaide right, with raised C on truncation, ADELAIDE QUEEN CONSORT. CROWNED SEP:8 1831, with a striking flaw in the reverse field behind the Queen, UNC and beautifully toned, retaining a prooflike appearance, comes in the red fitted case of issue
Diamond Jubilee of Queen Victoria 1897 the official Royal Mint issue Eimer 1817a, 84.57 grammes A/UNC toned with some minor contact marks on the reverse, in the Royal Mint red box of issue
First World War group of three awarded to Pte. E. Cook, 1914-15 Star (as CH.19000 Pte E. Cook R.M.L.I) and British War Medal and Victory Medal (as CH.3455-S Pte E. Cook R.M.L.I) EF, along with London County Council - London Fire Brigade Good Service Medal (4th Type) 38mm diameter in bronze, awarded to Fireman E.W.Cook GEF, comes with small photo of the fire crew
France - Ardennes - Sedan region Jeton 1644 Manufacture of Dijonval, 37mm diameter octagonal in silver, 20.62 grammes, Reverse: a draped female figure seated to the left, on bundles of woollen cloth, on one reads LAINE D'ESPAGNE (Spanish Wool). Her right hand rests upon the handle of a bladed tool with the blade touching the ground, her left hand holding a skein of wool placed on her knee, in the left field the front of a galloping horse, with a seascape behind with three ships under sail. In exergue: MANUFACTURE PAIGNON / ETABLIE EN 1644. The obverse a large ornate P within a wreath of oak leaves and olive branches Near EF with attractive peripheral golden toning. Our research has found that the copper version is listed as rare, and that a silver example exists in the Museum of Ardenne in Charleville-Mezieres. A most interesting piece of French pre-industrial heritage. Cataloguers Note: Cloth-making has taken place in Sedan since the 16th Century and developed under the influence of Protestant refugees. The Dijonval factory near Sedan was created in 1646 by Nicolas Cadeau, and until 1666 they were the only manufacturers of fine sheets in France. In 1711 Dijonval was bought by Paignon who expanded the factory that would continue to be used until the 20th Century. In it's heyday in the 18th Century, the factory employed around 14,000 people, including 10,000 in the countryside weaving and spinning wool.
George III Visited Lyndhurst, Lymington Southampton and Weymouth 1789 bronze 30mm VF, Marquis of Granby British Hero 27mm bronze Fine, The Prince of Wales Model Sovereign 1854 Victoria Young Head obverse brass 22mm EF, Industrial Exhibition of North Wales 1876 Wrexham 45mm copper probably about as struck but with some light green patina in parts BHM 3034, Thomas Charles of Bara 1885 Welsh Legends SABBOTHOL YN NCHYMRU etc White Metal 44mm EF holed at 12 o'clock BHM 3201, Victoria Jubilee 1887 copper 22mm Old Head Bust obverse, shield in wreath reverse GEF, Visit of George V and Queen Mary to Cardiff 1912 44mm White Metal EF pierced for suspension, George V Official Silver Jubilee 1935 in silver 30mm GEF nicely toned, QE II Coronation 1953 in silvered bronze matt finish 38mm Britannia with Lion reverse with river and London buildings in the background GEF and pleasing BHM 4445, Prince of Wales Investiture 1969 brass 32mm GEF along with an oval piece UNDEB CHWARELWYR GOGLEDD CYMRIE
George VSilver Jubilee 1935 the official Royal Mint issue, by P. Metcalfe, 57mm diameter in silver with matt finish, Eimer 2029a, 85.90 grammes, UNC with some very small rim nicks evident under magnification, in the red Royal Mint box of issue
Germany - Otto von Bismarck 100th Anniversary of Kaiserproklamation und Reichsgrundung 1871-1971 34mm diameter, 15.83 grammes, Obverse: Uniformed Bust left, three-quarters facing, OTTO VON BISMARCK . DER GRUNDER DES DEUTSCHEN REICHES Reverse: Ceremonial scene with HH 999.9 on the steps of the design, Lustrous Mint state
International Society of Postmasters a collection of 13 Silver Crown-sized Proofs, January 1975-January 1976 issues, nFDC to FDC housed in the album of issue, along with Chinese Coins a 10 coin set of Cash Coinage 1644-1911 covering Shun-Chi to Shuen-Tung dynasties, these modern replicas, as made, Straits Settlements One Cent 1884 VG, Ceylon 10 Cents 1944 VG, Singapore 5 Dollars 1981 Changi Airport UNC in a slide case, GB (15) Five Pound Crowns (2) 1990 Queen Mother 90th Birthday, 1993 Coronation 40th Anniversary, Fifty Pence 1973 EEC, Florins (3) 1963, 1965, 1966, Shillings (7) 1948S, 1954E, 1954S, 1955S, 1956E, 1958S, 1966S, Penny 1967, Halfpenny 1965 in mixed grades, Medals (4) SEAP Games 1973 UNC in the slide case of issue, Greenwich Meridian 1984 in bronze UNC, London Zoo 2000 in bronze UNC, Singapore Jurong Bird Park 40mm diameter, undated, in Bronze UNC
Investiture of Prince Edward as Prince of Wales 1911 35mm diameter in silver by W.Goscombe John, Eimer 1925 The Official Royal Mint Issue Obverse Bust Three-quarters left, crowned and draped, CARNARVON IVLY. XIII. MCMXI across the field, INVESTITVRE. OF. EDWARD. PRINCE. OF. WALES. K.G. Reverse Caernarvon Castle, the Welsh Dragon below, ARWISGIAD.IORWERTH TYWSOG.CYMRU.M.G, a radiate sky decorated with the Prince's crest within Garter, crowned. 21.26 grammes, UNC or very near so and attractively toned, in the red Royal Mint box of issue
Israel a large collection of Medals (250) in plush albums and presentation packs, many impressive large sizes, many in the 50mm to 80mm size range, almost all are bronze issues, includes one example in .935 silver and weighing 116 grammes, some with coloured details on the reverse, the vast majority UNC, along with medallic covers (2) The Test Cricket Centenary 1877-1977 comprising Silver Crown-sized Medal Lustrous UNC and set of 5x 18p stamps, in the green folder of issue with certificate, The Apollo-Soyuz Space Mission 1975 comprising Silver Crown-sized Medal Proof FDC, with pair of US and Russia stamps, on the cover of issue, along with Book: Israel Government Coins and Medals Corporation Ltd.1982 Edition, this in very good second-hand condition(large lot over 44 Kilos)
LiverpoolShipwreck and Humane Society 1894 'FOR BRAVERY AND SAVING LIFE', 39mm diameter in Bronze, General medal type 3, awarded to Charles McKinley for Gallant Service, GEF
Medallic issues and paranumismatic items (72) includes modern issues (26) covering a wide array of subjects, including William Shakespeare, The Spanish Armada, Edward VIII, Royal Wedding of Prince Andrew and Niss Sarah Ferguson, Classic Milled and Hammered Coin designs, Queen Elizabeth IIGolden Jubilee, Una and the Lion and more, all Crown-sized, the Una and the Lion marked 'COPY' all GEF to UNC and lustrous, also gold painted Pre-Decimal coins, modern medals and fantasy pieces, base metal issues, in mixed grades
Medals (2) a pair awarded to Dr. Lionel P. Shadbolt comprising a fob-pendant style 9 carat gold inscribed 'FOR GALLANTRY IN SAVING LIFE' , the back inscribed 'PRESENTED TO Dr. LIONEL P. SHADBOLT by the PASSENDGERS OF THE 3PM Boat LIVERPOOL TO EASTHAM 21st Sept 1902 and hallmarked below NEF, with LiverpoolShipwreck and Humane Society Medal 38mm diameter, 3rd type in silver, edge inscribed 'DR. LIONEL P. SHADBOLT FOR RESCUING A WOULD BE SUICIDE FROM THE RIVER NEAR THE LANDING STAGE 21st SEPT. 1902 GEF both boxed
Medals (6) Queen VictoriaDiamond Jubilee 1897 25mm diameter in silver, the official Royal Mint issue VF, Queen Elizabeth IICoronation 1953 34mm diameter in base metal UNC boxed, Death of Winston Churchill 1965 39mm diameter in silver Obverse: Bust facing, no legend, Reverse: THE RT. HON. SIR WINSTON CHURCHILL K.G., O.M., C.H. 1874-1965, with J.T & Co. stamp and silver hallmark below, Matt Finish UNC boxed, Welshpool and Llfair Light Railway 75th Anniversary 1803-1978 38mm diameter in base metal, UNC boxed, Prize Medals (2) World Dancing Championships 1922 in bronze NEF in box, the box with the lid detached, Heaton Junior Technical School 39mm diameter in base metal- 1944 Athletics - Senior 100 Yards Handicap awarded to K.F.Robson UNC boxed, A brass Sovereign weighing scale, Enamelled Shilling 1887 in five colours, fair workmanship, Two Pounds 1995 Peace Dove UNC (2) both in Second World WarCommemorative packs
Military Medal - for Bravery In The Field awarded to 85348 Dvr. E.J.Bricknell D.36/BDE: R.F.A, He joined in February 1915 and went to France in July of the same year, serving there until the cessation of hostilities. He was awarded the Military Medal for great bravery, remaining at his post while in great danger, comes with group of three comprising 1914-15 Star, British War Medal and Victory Medal (to 85348 Dvr. E.J. Bricknell R.A) VF to GVF, the group of three with ribbons, comes with group of five photographs
Of Masonic Interest - Caledonian Corkers Prize Medallion, Lodge 253 in 9 carat gold, and inscribed 'G.I.O.L.C.C Presented to Bro G Canning for services rendered 1899' on a 9 carat gold chain total weight 12.53 grammes, in very good condition, comes with a presentation box
Peru Proclamation medal for the Peruvian Rebellion against the Spanish, 1840, 29mm diameter in silver, Fontrobert 9065, 12.26 grams, About UNC and lustrous, scarce
Peru, Opening of the Cuzco mountain road February 1928, 37mm diameter in silver with loop mount at top Obverse: Vehicle on the mountain road, Reverse inscription in 11 lines EF
Prince George First Birthday 2014 22 July, 39mm diameter, Obverse: Shields in cruciform, with crossed sceptres MAGNAE BRITANNIAE, Reverse large G with floral emblems within, struck in 22 carat gold and weighing 34 grammes, FDC or near so with odd small flecks of toning, in the box of issue with certificate, number 34 of only 45 minted
Prize Medals (2) Shire Horse Society 45mm diameter by Mappin & Webb, London, in silver, 48.09 grammes, EF toned, in the red box of issue, Worshipful Company of Musicians 55mm diameter in silver by C.B.Birch named to J.W.Martindale, Cassel Prize 1952, 95.3 grammes EF with some hairlines, boxed
Queen VictoriaDiamond Jubilee 1897 Argentina issue 34mm diameter in silver by J.D (?) Eimer 1822 Obverse: Bust of the Queen, left, veiled, SEMPER HONOR, NOMENQUE TUUM LAUDESQUE MANEBUNT 1837-1897. Rev: Flags of Great Britain and Argentina, crossed, IN COM. LX ANN. ACC. VICTORIAE BRITT. REG. IND. IMP. BUENOS AIRES. A/UNC and with an attractive golden tone with touches of blue and green
Queen VictoriaDiamond Jubilee 1897 the large Official Royal Mint issue 56mm diameter in 24 carat Gold, weight 95.12 grammes, Eimer 1817a, About EF with light contact marks and minor edge nicks, always a desirable type, in the official red Royal Mint box of issue. Eimer shows a mintage of just 3725 medals minted
Royal Birth of Prince George 2013 22 July, 39mm diameter, Obverse: Shields in cruciform, with crossed sceptres MAGNAE BRITANNIAE, Reverse legend within a wreath H.R.H PRINCE GEORGE OF CAMBRIDGE 22 July 2013 with gemstone at the top of the reverse, struck in 22 carat gold and weighing 34 grammes, FDC or very near so in the box of issue with certificate
Silver Medals (Covers) (3) China, Peoples Republic of China 1.1.1949 map of China reverse, obverse with Chairman Mao Tse-Tung silver and marked .999 and marked CHI (Val Cambi of Switzerland) Unc and starting to. Nepal Medal and Stamp Cover 25th Anniversary of the First Ascent of Mount Everest June 1 1978 by Franklin Mint and in their wallet of issues with Namche Bazar post mark 29.5.1978 and showing the signatures of Sherpa Tenzing Norgay and Edmund Hillary. The Centenary of Test Cricket 1977 crown sized silver commemorating the first test match which was at Melbourne cricket ground post mark 9 Mar 1977 Unc in The Birmingham Mint's Wallet of Issue
Simon de Passe Counters or Gambling Counters in silver (2) Henry III and Edward II each depicting a half length portrait of the monarch, with details of the monarch's reign, and with coat of arms on the reverse also incuse, both designs incuse, pleasing VF, Medal, Treaty of Ryswick - Fortunes of Prince James 1697 25mm diameter by N.Roettier, Obverse: Bust left, IAC: WALLIAE PRINCEPS, Reverse: Dove with olive branch fly above a calm sea, MANSVRAE N. VNTIA PACIS: with date in exergue, Eimer 377 NVF with some pitting, Medal The Great War - LiverpoolVictoria Legal Friendly Society 20mm, diameter in 9 carat gold, 2.32 grammes, presented to L.E.Milton Good Fine with loop mount at the top, Guinea Weight James I, Obverse: Bust right half length.I.R..MA.BRI. Reverse: Crowned XXI S in two lines Good Fine, Pennies (2) Edward I with much of the legend worn, Henry III Long Cross, London Mint moneyer Nicole Fine, heavily die-clashed
The Marriage of HRH The Prince of Wales and Mrs. Camilla Parker Bowles April 9 2005, 39.94 grammes, in 22 carat Gold Proof FDC cased as issued with certificate, number 0042 of 1000 issued
VictoriaDiamond Jubilee 1897 Eimer 1817a The official Royal Mint issue in bronze 56mm diameter, 69.26 grammes, Obverse: Bust left, crowned, veiled and draped, VICTORIA ANNVM REGNI SEXAGESIMVM FELICITER CLAVDIT XX MDCCCXCVII, Reverse: Young Head of the Queen, left, dividing inscription LONGITVDO DIERVM IN DEXTERAEIVS ET IN SINISTRA GLORIA. Below: 1837 upon a branch tied with ribbon, the Official Royal Mint issue, GEF nicely toned with some light contact marks and small rim nicks, in the official red box of issue. tiny spots on and by the veil, otherwise UNC and evenly toned, uncased
VictoriaDiamond Jubilee 1897 Eimer 1817a The official Royal Mint issue in silver 56mm diameter, 81.77 grammes, Obverse: Bust left, crowned, veiled and draped, VICTORIA ANNVM REGNI SEXAGESIMVM FELICITER CLAVDIT XX MDCCCXCVII, Reverse: Young Head of the Queen, left, dividing inscription LONGITVDO DIERVM IN DEXTERAEIVS ET IN SINISTRA GLORIA. Below: 1837 upon a branch tied with ribbon, the Official Royal Mint issue, GEF nicely toned with some light contact marks and small rim nicks, in the official red box of issue
VictoriaDiamond Jubilee 1897 Eimer 1817a The official Royal Mint issue in silver 56mm diameter, 83.09 grammes, Obverse: Bust left, crowned, veiled and draped, VICTORIA ANNVM REGNI SEXAGESIMVM FELICITER CLAVDIT XX MDCCCXCVII, Reverse: Young Head of the Queen, left, dividing inscription LONGITVDO DIERVM IN DEXTERAEIVS ET IN SINISTRA GLORIA. Below: 1837 upon a branch tied with ribbon, the Official Royal Mint issue, UNC with peripheral blue toning, in the official red dated box of issue
VictoriaGolden Jubilee 1887 77mm diameter in copper, Eimer 1733 the official Royal Mint issue, Obverse Jubilee Head left facing bust VICTORIA REGINA ET IMPERATRIX, Reverse enthroned figure of Empire, facing, flanked by standing figures of Science, Letters and Art to left with Industry and Agriculture to right. Below: the five interlinked shields below ASIA, AMERICA, EUROPE, AUSTRALASIA, and AFRICA, 218.15 grammes, UNC with a small spot on the back of the veil, in the red box of issue with descriptive card
VictoriaGolden Jubilee 1887 77mm diameter in copper, Eimer 1733 the official Royal Mint issue, Obverse Jubilee Head left facing bust VICTORIA REGINA ET IMPERATRIX, Reverse enthroned figure of Empire, facing, flanked by standing figures of Science, Letters and Art to left with Industry and Agriculture to right. Below: the five interlinked shields below ASIA, AMERICA, EUROPE, AUSTRALASIA, and AFRICA, 217.06 grammes, UNC with a small spot in the obverse field, hints of pastel toning enhance the eye appeal of this impressive large issue, in the red box of issue with descriptive card
1000 Years of British MonarchySterling Silver Ingots a 50-piece set by John Pinches (1973), all ingots Proof nFDC to FDC in the long wooden box of issue, Total Silver weight 106.6 Troy oz. accompanied by Book '1000 Years of British Monarchy - A Historical Commentary' by Sir Arthur Bryant
1000 Years of British MonarchySterling Silver Ingots a 50-piece set by John Pinches (1973), all ingots Proof nFDC to FDC in the long wooden box of issue, Total Silver weight 106.1 Troy oz. accompanied by Book '1000 Years of British Monarchy - A Historical Commentary' by Sir Arthur Bryant
A History of the English Speaking Peoples a 50-piece set in gold-plated silver by Danbury Mint (1971) each piece showing key historic events from 55BC to 1945, many depicting historic coins, seals and various Coats-of-Arms Lustrous Prooflike UNC a few with a hint of light toning, in the green album of issue, comes with all the information cards related to each piece, total weight 2035.58 grammes
Abolition of the Slave Trade 1807 by G.F.Pidgeon, obv. White and black man standing, rev. text in Arabic, Eimer 984, Fine with some light corrosion on the obverse
Accession of George III 1760 41mm diameter struck in Gilt bronze by T.Pingo, type as Eimer 683, BHM 3, not listed in gilt bronze, Obv: Bust left, armoured and draped, GEORGIVS . TERTIVS . REX Rev: Britannia Standing facing , beside a lion, cannon, trident, anchor and shield FELICITAS . BRITANNIAE In Exergue: INEUNTE REGNO OCT . XXV MDCCLX, 24.56 grammes GVF
Army Temperance Society Medals (5) 1901 In Memory of Queen Victoria 19.11 grammes NVF with suspension loop and ribbon, undated, George and the Dragon reverse, 17.39 grammes NVF with suspension loop, undated, shield-shaped with lion and motto 19.34 grammes, One Year medal , undated (c.1901) Reverse: two female figures below tree, 17.82 grammes VF, 1889 6-month medal in silver, 12.24 grammes uniface Good Fine with suspension loop
Austria 1841 Unveiling of the statue of Francis I 50mm diameter in bronze, 63.74 grammes by Scharff. Obverse: Bust of Ferdinand I left FERDINANDO . I. AVGVSTO . AVSTRIAE . IMPERATORE. Reverse: The statue of Francis I with FRANCISCO I AVSTRIAE IMPERATORI GRATA STIRIA on the base, DIVI . PATRIS . MONIMENTVM . INAVGVRATVM . GRAECII with 1841 below, EF
Austria-Hungary 1873 Franz Joseph I World Exhibition - Vienna Award Medal 70mm diameter and weighing 147.17 grammes, by J.Tautenhayn and K.Schwenzer. Wurzbach 2494, Hauser 2911 Obverse: Bust right laureate FRANZ JOSEPH I KAISER VON OESTERREICH, KOENIG VON BOEHMEN ETC., APOST. KOENIG VON UNGARN, Reverse: Fortuna standing left, holding cornucopia and presenting wreaths to spinstress and artisan to left. WELTAUSSTELLUNG 1873 WIEN, In Exergue: DEM VERDIENSTE, EF and pleasing. The 1873 World's Fair, held in Vienna focused upon the theme of 'Culture and Education' and featured nearly 26,000 exhibitors. A variety of award medals were issued for presentation, some of the most impressive being these larger types conveying a large and powerful bust of Franz Joseph engraved by Tautenhayn.
Coronation of Edward VII 1902 the official Royal Mint issue 56mm diameter in silver Eimer 1871, 85.66 grammes, UNC or very near so in the red Royal Mint box of issue
Coronation of George I 1714 34mm diameter in silver by J.Croker. Obverse: Bust right, Laureate, armoured and draped. GEORGIVS. D:G.MAG. BR. FR. ET.HIB. REX., Reverse: The King enthroned, right, is crowned by Britannia. In exergue: INAVGVRAT. XX. OCT. MDCCXIIII, 15.82g, Eimer 470, VF with pleasing green and gold toning in the legends
Coronation of George II 1727 35mm diameter in silver by J.Croker. Obverse: Bust left, Laureate, armoured and draped. GEORGIVS. II. DG. MAG. BR. FR. ET. HIB. REX. Reverse: The King, enthroned, right, is crowned by Britannia.VOLENTES . PER . POPULOS. In Exergue: CORON. XI. OCTOB. MDCCXXVII, 18.36 grammes, Eimer 510, Fine or better
Coronation of James II 1685 34mm diameter in silver by J.Roettier The official Coronation issue, Obverse: Bust right laureate, armoured and draped, IACOBVS. II. D.G.ANG.SCO.FR.ET.HI.REX. Reverse: A laurel wreath upon a cushion, a crown held by a hand issuing from heaven, Eimer 273, 15.60 grammes, About EF/EF with some adjustment lines and with a pleasing golden tone in the legends, an attractive example with excellent portrait of the King.
Coronation, Jubilee and Royal Marriage medals (34) Victorian issues (8) 1887 Golden Jubilee - Ince Jubilee Celebration - Israel Knowles Chairman 38mm diameter VF, 1887 Golden Jubilee - Devizes local issue in white metal VF holed, 1897 Diamond Jubilee in white metal by Spink NVF holed with suspension loop and ribbon, 1897 Diamond Jubilee , Obverse VICTORIA REGINA ET IMPERATRIX, Reverse: VICTORIA 1837-1897 Above: Coat of Arms and supporters, Below: a wreath 39mm diameter in bronze GVF, 1897 Diamond Jubilee 45mm diameter in White metal, Obverse: Veiled head left, bust left Veiled, crowned and laureate, unusual,. Fine. 1897 Queen Victoria - The Longest Reign 35mm diameter in white metal, holed at top About VF, 1893 Marriage of the Duke and Duchess of York 38mm diameter in white metal, Fine, holed for suspension, 1897 Four Generations of the BritishRoyal Family 32mm diameter by H.Grueber & Co. Fine. Edward VII issues (6) 1902 Coronation - Borough of Cambridge issues - George Kett, Mayor (5) 38mm diameter in bronze VF to EF each holed for suspension, 1902 Coronation/Thomas Templeton Seventh Centenary/Coronation 1902 medal 39mm in white metal EF holed for suspension, George V issues (8) Coronation 1911 the Official Royal Mint issue, 31mm diameter in silver by B.Mackennal NEF in the original red box of issue, Coronation 1911 the Official Royal Mint issue 51mm diameter in bronze, EF in the original red box of issue, Coronation 1911 struck by the makers of Elect Cocoa 32mm diameter in brass (2) VF and EF both with suspension loops on the edge, Coronation 1911 39mm in white metal Obv: conjoined busts, Rev: Coat of arms with supporters within a wreath, ribbons with CORONATION and GEORGE V respective at each side VF, George V Silver Jubilee 1935 (3) Obverse: busts left conjoined, KING GEORGE V AND QUEEN MARY MAY 6TH 1935 Rev: Crown, Sceptre and Orb, TO COMMEMORATE THE 25TH YEAR OF THEIR MAJESTIES REIGN UNC boxed, Daily Mail - Teddy Tail League NVF with suspension loop at the top, 1935 38mm diameter in white metal Obv: Conjoined busts, Rev: To Commemorate the Silver Jubilee of King George V and Queen Mary May 6th 1935 (Legend in 6 lines) VF holed for suspension, Edward VIII issues (3) Coronation 1937 45mm diameter in bronze, Obv: Bust right crowned, in coronation robes, Rev: Standing Britannia between two columns, a seascape behind (2) EF and Fine with some surface dirt, Coronation 1937 38mm diameter in white metal, Reverse showing dates of Birth, Investiture as Prince of Wales, Accession and Coronation VF holed for suspension, George VI issues (2) Coronation 1937 (2) the first in white metal 38mm diameter VF , the second in gilded base metal 39mm diameter Fine both holed for suspension, Elizabeth II issues (7) Coronation 1953 (4) Ship Reverse 37mm diameter in bronze (2) both UNC boxed, 1953 Crown on Rose reverse 36mm diameter in bronze UNC, 1953 38mm diameter in white metal reverse: legend in 7 lines within wreath EF, 1969 Investiture of Prince Charles as Prince of Wales 58mm diameter in gilt bronze, the Official Royal Mint issue, UNC boxed, 1981 Prince of Wales and Lady Diana Spencer Betrothal UNC in slide case, Queen Elizabeth II 80th Birthday 2006 Rev: in the style of the 1953 Crown 32mm diameter in bronze UNC in slide case
Coronations and Jubilees in small group in silver (7) GB (6) Queen VictoriaDiamond Jubilee 1897 (3) 26mm in silver the Official Royal Mint issue NEF to GEF, Coronation of Edward VII 1902 The Official Royal Mint issue Eimer 1871, 31mm diameter in silver, UNC or near so, lightly toned, Coronation of George V 1911 The Official Royal Mint issue, 31mm diameter in silver, Eimer 1922 (2) UNC with matching golden tone, one with minor cabinet friction, Nepal Coronation of Edward VII 1902 VF holed at the top
George III Preserved from Assassination 1800 48mm diameter in bronze by C.H.Kuchler. Eimer 916. Obverse: George III left, armoured and draped GEORGIUS III D:G. MAGN. BRIT. FR. ET HIB. REX. Reverse: A burning altar inscribed D O M , above: eye of Providence PERSPICIT ET PROTEGIT. In exergue: A SICARIO SERVATUS MAI . XV . MDCCC. GVF/VF with some contact marks
George VSilver Jubilee 1935 the official Royal Mint issue , 57mm diameter in silver with matt finish Eimer 2029, 86.62 grammes, one small edge nick otherwise UNC in the red Royal Mint box of issue
German States - Prussiaundated (1890) WeddingAnniversary of Wilhelm II and Auguste 45mm diameter in silver and weighing 50.92 grammes, by E.Weigand, Victoria Obverse: Conjoined Busts right WILHELM D.K. KONIG V. PREUSSEN-AUGUSTE VICTORIA D.K.K.V.PR. Reverse: Legend in five lines SEID FROHLICH IN HOFFNUNG GEDULDIG IN TRUBSAL HALTET AN AM GEBET, with ZUM EHEJUBILAUM-ROMER C.12 V.12 around, VF/NVF
International Exhibition 1851 51mm diameter in white metal by Allen and Moore Eimer 1462 NEF and lustrous. International Exhibition 1862 36mm diameter in white metal by G.Dowler NEF and lustrous. Winston Churchill a 5-piece Windsor Mint medallic set comprising Churchill - Great Leaders, Great Words Silver One Ounce, with 70mm diameter gold-plated copper medals (4) in a presentation folder. Banco Bilbao Vizcaya - London 1993 75th Anniversary UNC boxed. EnglandRugby World Cup Winners 2003 38mm diameter in nickel-brass by the Royal Mint UNC boxed with certificate. The Yeoman Warders of the Tower of London undated 51mm diameter in Royal Mint box. Queen Elizabeth IISilver Jubilee 1977 45mm diameter UNC in a Royal Mint box. Queen Elizabeth II 80th birthday 2006 Lenticular Medal 45mm diameter in Nickel-Brass with 3D portrait of the Queen by the Royal Mint UNC in the box of issue with certificate. Eiffel Tower Ascension to the First stage 1889 45mm diameter in copper GVF. George VICoronation 193732mm diameter in bronze GVF. Queen Elizabeth II 1953 Coronation Medallion in brass, UNC boxed. Pope Paul VI Mission to the United NationsNew York October 4 1965 63mm diameter in bronze by Medallic Art Co. New York UNC boxed. Hawaii 50th State - The Aloha State 63mm diameter in bronze by the Medallic Art Co. New York. UNC boxed. Prize Medal 1905 - Awarded to Herbert G.Hogben for Proficiency in Science by the Board of Education 38mm diameter in bronze EF in a 'Board of Education - South Kensington' box. Millionaires CollectionEdward I Fantasy Double Leopard a modern fantasy in base metal UNC. Fantasy Crown 2012 Queen Elizabeth II with George and the Dragon Reverse, UNC. Queen Elizabeth II Golden Jubilee 2002 in base metal UNC on the card of issue. King George V Silver Jubilee 1935 32mm diameter Obverse with conjoined busts, Reverse a coat of arms, GEF. King George V Silver Jubilee 1935 a regional issue - Byworth 38mm diameter in base metal. King George VI Coronation Medal 1937 38mm diameter in white metal EF. Queen Elizabeth II The Longest Reigning Monarch 2015 UNC in 'Daily Mail' blister pack. Medals Crown-sized in base metal (6) Australia Bicentennial - Fleet Arrived 1788, William Wilberforce 150th Anniversary of the Abolition of Slavery UNC, Malta 20th Anniversary of Independence 1984 UNC, Pope John Paul II Visit to Britain 1982 UNC, Royal Wedding of Prince Andrew and Miss Sarah Ferguson 1986 UNC, Queen Elizabeth II Silver Jubilee 1977 UNC, these all in slide cases. Replica Miniature Medals modern issues (2) Victoria Cross and Atlantic star, as issued. Silver plated Stamp book holder with Coronation 1937 on the front with conjoined busts of George VI and the Queen Mother, GVF. Cigarette Tin 1953 'Four Square Cigarettes', Badge ' Harold Sutcliffe MP Royston Division Conservative Association, Ingots (2) The Year of the Three Kings Gold Crown Set 206 of 499 ingot, and ingot inscribed ' Deutsche Reichbank 999/1000 gold' a fantasy issue weighing 28.8 grammes UNC
Kings and Queens of England a 43-piece set each 44mm diameter in .925 silver Proof by John Pinches (1970) UNC to FDC and lustrous with some toning, in the large red album of issue with all certificates and accompanying leaflet, total silver weight around 57 Troy oz.
Marriage of Charles II to Catherine of Braganza 1662 43mm diameter in silver by J.Roettier, Eimer 224, Fine with some edge nicks and signs of old cleaning, Rare
Masonic interest (10) Masonic Institution for Boys - Stewards badges (3) 1955, 1957 one enamelled, the third an embroidered example from 1948, Royal Masonic Institute for Girls - Stewards badges 1954, 1959 and 1963 (3) all enamelled, Independent Order of Oddfellows, Manchester Unity , undated, RAOB (2) Queen Elizabeth IISilver Jubilee in gilt silver 30 grammes, enamelled, Orphanage, Southboro' Kent 1922 in plain metal, Ancient Order of Foresters - Juvenile Branch, in silver 11.6 grammes along with a Queen Mary Needlework Guild badge, enamelled, with 1917 and 1918 clasps in mixed condition mostly VF to EF
Medal dies for France Medal 1810 Felix Arturo Lope de Vega y Carpio - Spanish Playwright and poet, for a 41mm diameter medal by Roga, Obv: Bust wearing Maltese Cross D. LOPE FELIX DE VEGA CARPIO, Reverse Text in 7 lines L L. M.M. LE ROI ET LA REINE DE BAVIERE VISITENT LA MONNIAE DES MEDAILLES EN FEVRIER MDCCCX. VF/Fine Lope de Vega was one of the key figures in the Spanish Golden Century of Baroque literature, and his prolific output of some 3000 sonnets and 1800 plays is unequalled. de Vega was idolised by Pope Urban VIII and was made a Knight of Malta and Doctor of Theology in 1627.
Medals (29) Queen VictoriaGolden Jubilee 1887 Obv. Veiled Head of Victoria VICTORIA REGINA ET IMPERATRIX ANNO JUBILAEI A.D.1887, Rev. Young head of Victoria VICTORIA REGINA REGNVM SVSCEPIT20 JVN 1837. 26mm diameter in silver by J.Carter NEF, Queen Victoria Diamond Jubilee 1897 26mm diameter in silver The Official Royal Mint issues (9) Eimer 1817 VF to GEF some with attractive toning, Edward VII Coronation 1902 Halifax Regional issue 38mm diameter in silver NEF, Edward VII Coronation 1902 31mm diameter in silver The Official Royal Mint issues (8) Eimer 1871 VF to A/UNC many with attractive tone, one with some scratches, George V Coronation 1911 31mm diameter in silver The Official Royal Mint issues (2) Eimer 1922 both Good Fine, George V Silver Jubilee 1935 32mm diameter in silver The Official Royal Mint issues Eimer 2029 (3) NEF, EF and GEF, Edward VIII Coronation 1937 32mm diameter Obv. Bust crowned and draped, facing three-quarters right TO COMMEMORATE THE CORONATION EDWARD VIII 1937, Rev. NEW ZEALAND, INDIA AUSTRALIA, SOUTH AFRICA, CANADA and WEST INDIES each on a banner against a background of oak branches, leaves and acorns EF, Enterprise du Palais Des Nations 1933 70mm diameter in .900 silver by Huguenin Freres & Co. (Switzerland) Obverse: A scene of industry , a man levers a large block, date below, Rev. Palace of Nations building, Switzerland, EF. Prize Medals (2) Royal Horticultural Society 45mm diameter in silver, awarded by Watford Show Sept. 1945 to Mr.A.Scard, Horticulture GEF. The Smallholder Championship medal undated 35mm diameter in silver NVF. An ornate silver badge hallmarked and with makers mark JHL some wear, Fine
Medals (4) Queen VictoriaDiamond Jubilee 1897 26mm diameter in Silver, The Official Royal Mint issue Eimer 1817b EF toned, Coronation of Edward VII 1902 Eimer 1871b The Official Royal Mint issue (2) 31mm diameter in silver EF and GEF, Coronation of George V 1911 by Elkington, Obverse: Busts conjoined, Reverse: SOUVENIR FROM THE ROYAL PALACE HOTEL KENSINGTON CORONATION GEORGE V 22nd JUNE 1911 within a wreath 21mm diameter in silver NEF with a suspension loop at the top
Medals (55) includes 19 in silver many are prize medals, a varied selection in mixed grades to EF, also includes Edward Prince of Wales medal 1921 Visit to Bombay Good Fine
Medals (8) Investiture of the Prince of Wales 1969 Eimer 2116a The Official Royal Mint issue 58mm diameter in silver, UNC in the red box of issue, Investiture of the Prince of Wales 1969 Eimer 2116b 45mm diameter in silver UNC lightly toned, in the blue Royal Mint box. Investiture of the Prince of Wales 1969 45mm diameter in silver, weight 110 grammes Prooflike UNC and nicely toned, in the box of issue. Queen Elizabeth IISilver Jubilee 1977 45mm diameter in silver by the Birmingham Mint Prooflike UNC toned, Royal Mint Centenary Medals 1988 Spanish Armada 400th Anniversary (2) each 63mm diameter in silver Eimer 2160 UNC one with attractive tone, each in the Royal Mint box of issue one with certificate. Royal Mint Centenary Medal 1992 The Millennium of the Office of High Sheriff 63mm diameter in matt antique-finish silver UNC in the Royal Mint box of issue. Royal Mint Centenary of the Revival of the Order of the Thistle 1987 63mm diameter in Silver lustrous UNC in the Royal Mint box of issue with certificate, total over 932 grammes of silver
Medals a wide variety (18) Masonic (2) Etonian Lodge in silver gilt, Crown Lodge - Grand Lodge of England to Bro. Norman Jenkinson Initiated 19.3.26 with blue and red enamelling, boxed, Masonic Medal 51mm diameter in White Metal unawarded EF, The Sir Jonathan North Medal 60.00 grammes, VF the edge appears smoothed, boxed. RoyalShakespeare Company Medals (2) each 44mm diameter in silver gilt 'All's Well That Ends Well' and Titus Andronicus types Lustrous UNC. 1857 Exhibition of Art Treasures 41mm diameter in White Metal by J.Pinches Eimer 1513 EF. Attendance Medal 'For Punctual Attendance' 1909 awarded to T.Johnson EF mounted for suspension, Civil Defence Corps badge with blue and red enamelling, Royal Horticultural Society Medal 56mm diameter in bronze awarded to The Lord Digby D.S.O. M.C. 1951 EF cleaned, India Medal 1988 legend in Sanskrit, Reverse with Princess standing 61mm diameter in silver UNC boxed. Nottingham Corn Exchange Subscribers Ticket 1850 38mm diameter in bronze Fair with some edge bruises, GB Halfpenny 1775 Contemporary Counterfeit VG, Society of Miniature Rifle Clubs King George VSilver Jubilee Competition 1935 32mm diameter in bronze VF with suspension mount, Canada 100th Anniversary of the Confederation 1967 UNC in the original plastic, a 32mm medallion Obverse with kneeling figure being crowned with wreath, the Reverse an angel flying with a wreath in each hand, the sun behind an electrotype pair EF, Girolamo Savonarola (1452-1498) Posthumous Medal for the monk and political Girolamo Savonarola (1490?), D/F HIERONYMUS SAVONAROLA ORDINIS PRAE, VF. Russia 1709 Battle of Poltava medalet 11-sided Fine with loop mount at the top
Medals and a few gaming counters (57) a mix of Coronation medal and prize medals, a few in silver, in mixed grades to UNC, along with a group of enamelled Sixpences (7) Elizabeth II issues each in 5 colours, good workmanship
Medals and Medalets (9) 1821 Death of Caroline, Queen Consort of George IV 25mm Obverse: Bust left wearing tiara, CAROLINE QUEEN CONSORT OF GEORGE IV, Reverse a funeral urn on a plinth BORN MAY 17. 1768 MARRIED APRIL 8 1795 on the plinth DIED AUG.7.1821 AGED 53, Fine with porous surfaces, Capture of Portobello 1739 Admiral Vernon Obverse: Half length bust, three quarters left in frock-coat and holding staff THE BRITISH GLORY REVIV.D. BY ADMIRAL VERNON Reverse: Six Ships entering Portobello harbour. HE. TOOK. PORTOBELLO. WITH. SIX. SHIPS. ONLY, in Exergue NOV. 22. 1739 Eimer 550 var. VG/Near Fine, George III Visit to St. Pauls 1789 29mm diameter in bronze, unsigned, Obverse: Bust right GEORGIVS III REX. Reverse: Shield of Arms of London upon a crossed sword and sceptre Fine, Founding of Rome undated Romulus 32mm diameter in bronze by J.Dassier, Obverse: Bust left ROMULUS, Reverse : a ploughing scene, in exergue: FONDATION DE ROME A R . I . GVF, Hannibal - Hannibal Crosses the Alps 32mm diameter in bronze by J.Dassier, Obverse: Bust left with large shield decorated with a running horse ANNIBAL Reverse: Hannibal's forces traverse the Alps, in the distance, flames and smoke from the fires employed to clear the route, in exergue ANNIBAL PASSE LES ALPES A.R.534 NEF/EF the obverse with a large rim cud, George III 1809 50th Year of his reign 25mm diameter in brass by Kettle and Sons GVF, France Medal 1825 Coronation of Charles X 26mm diameter in brass Obverse: Crowned bust right in Coronation robes, Reverse: King being crowned kneels on an altar, in exergue Remis 29 Mai MDCCCXXV Good Fine, United Nations 25th Anniversary 1970 31mm diameter in bronze Lustrous UNC still sealed in the packet of issue, USAVietnamWarService Medal with clip and bar NEF boxed
Medals in silver (9) Investiture of Prince Charles as Prince of Wales 1969, 110.43 grammes, EF in the blue box of issue, General Election 1974 45mm diameter in silver by the Birmingham Mint Eimer 2131, 50.18 grammes, Lustrous UNC with some toning, boxed, Churchill-related (3) undated (1974) Centenary Trust medal Reverse: Churchill as a baby with his parents, Blenheim Palace behind, 38mm diameter 25.7 grammes Lustrous UNC, undated (1974) Centenary Trust medal Reverse Churchill giving the V-sign on VE-Day 34mm diameter, 17 grammes, Lustrous UNC, 1874-1965 Obv: Churchill almost facing, Reverse: V-sign with Lion and flags behind 40mm diameter, 32.54 grammes, Lustrous GEF, United Nations Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty 1972 39mm diameter, 25.16 grammes Lustrous UNC, Opening of the Thames Barrier 1984 38mm diameter, 23 grammes, Prooflike UNC with some toning, Birmingham Education Committee Six Years attendance Medal, uninscribed, 44mm diameter, 42.5 grammes, NEF, Royal Academy of Music Prize Medal awarded to Patricia Warren for Pianoforte 1939 41mm diameter, 34.3 grammes, EF and lustrous with some scratches, along with France Token Chambre De Commerce Du Havre 1802 39mm diameter in silver 24.8 grammes VF
Medals, includes some world examples in base metal (35), includes Hudson Bay Company 1970, GB Royal Mint Queens Award to Industry 1973 dump-style striking in silver (?) 23.5 grammes, boxed, Robert Raines- Sunday Schools 1880 in white metal (2), Society of Miniature Rifle Clubs - Field Marshal Lord Roberts of Kandahar (5), Saudi Arabian Medal for the Liberation of Kuwait 1991, Kuwait Liberation Medal 1991, boxed, Vatican, Papal medal 1975 51mm diameter, along with GB and World in base metal, the majority 20th Century and a group of pins, badges and a few Paranumismatic items (21) a few Naval-related, in mixed grades to EF, Coins (2) GB Sixpence 1944 F/VF and Germany 5 Marks 1968 J 150th Anniversary od the Birth of Friedrich Wilhelm Raiff Eisen EF
Medals, Token, Gaming Tokens and a few modern replicas the vast majority 20th Century issues in base metal (80) a varied group, includes Model Pennies by Joseph Moore (c.1848) these Good Fine, and a Sunday Schools - Robert Rakes medal in white metal VF holed, overall in mixed circulated grades
Peace of Utrecht 1713 35mm diameter in silver by J. Croker. Obverse: Bust left, draped and laureate, ANNA DG. MAG: BRI. FR: ET. HIB: REG. Reverse: Britannia standing left, holding an olive branch, shield and spear, , beyond to the left, ships, and to the right, a farming scene, COMPOSITIS. VENERANTVR . ARMIS, In Exergue: MDCCXIII, Eimer 460, 14.15 grammes, GVF with a subtle old grey and gold tone over original lustre
Prince Charles - Knight of the Garter 1638 31mm diameter in silver by N.Briot Obverse: Sheep sheltering beneath the tallest tree in a forest marked by the Prince's coronet, a ship at sea on the horizon. SERIS . FACTVRA. NEPOTIBVS. VMBRAM, Reverse: CAROL M.B. REGIS. CAROL. PRINC. INAVGVRATVR XXII. MAI. M.D:C.XXXIIX within the Order of the Garter. Eimer 131, 7.69 grammes, VF with a series of thin scratches at 6 o'clock on the obverse
Prize and attendance medals in silver (6) comprising Gardening Prize medal undated presented by Thyne & Son, Dundee 40.62 grammes NEF boxed, Cookery and Food Association East Anglian Davison awarded to J.G.Thompson 1969, 16.5 grammes EF in damaged box with no lid, Wearside Apprentices Welfare Clubs 1930s issues (3) enamelled 9.68 grammes, 11.07 grammes, and 11.64 grammes, North East Division Welfare Clubs 1934 VF-GVF along with a further group of Prize and attendance medals (39) in base metal or white metal with some crown-sized, in mixed grades to EF
Prize Medals (6) The Royal Highland Agriculture Society of Scotland - University of Glasgow Veterinary School - Veterinary Clinical Medicine to Pamela Severs 1956-1957 44mm diameter in silver, 45.30 grammes EF toned, in the box of issue, Hearts of Oak Juvenile Benefit Society 1887 Presented as a Token of Respect for Services to the Society 45mm diameter in silver, and weighing 52.12 grammes, EF with loop mount attached. The Nicholson Institute - Stornaway 38mm diameter medal for English and French awarded to Margaret I. Flett, Session 1936-37 EF, Boxing Medal 25mm diameter awarded to S. Williams O.T.C Camp Strenshall 1934 in silver NEF, Carmarthen Board School 'DILIGENTIA VINCIT OMNIA' undated 44mm in gilt bronze? VF, The Bell Medal undated presented by the Society of Miniature Rifle Clubs 38mm diameter in bronze EF
Queen Elizabeth II (3) Silver Jubilee 1977 57mm diameter in silver with matt finish by L.Durbin, Reverse: a Hybrid Tea rose (The Silver Jubilee Rose) Eimer 2136, 76.64 grammes UNC with light toning, the edge with unusual inscription TREVOR AND JULIE MARRIED 19-2-1977 HESSLE appears professionally inscribed, in the Royal Mint box with certificate, The Machin Head - The United Kingdom Definitive Stamp Obverse the Mchin head, facing left, Reverse: Legend only - United Kingdom Definitive Stamp - First Issued 5 June 1967 - Designed by Arnold Machin OBE RA 61mm diameter in silver, 94.84 grammes UNC lustrous portrait on a matt finished field UNC in a Royal Mail box with certificate, Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother 80th Birthday 1980 25.19 grammes in silver by the Birmingham Mint FDC in the box of issue, no certificate
Queen VictoriaDiamond Jubilee 1897 38mm diameter in silver by Spink, London Obverse: Bust left Crowned, Laureate and veiled VICTORIA QUEEN AND EMPRESS TO COMMEMORATE THE 60TH YEAR OF HER MAJESTY'S REIGN, Reverse Crowned VRI monogram within a wreath Lighthouse and sailing vessels behind, above: Five shields attached by chains reading EUROPE, ASIA, AFRICA, AMERICA and AUSTRALIA, in Exergue: a globe and banner: BRITAINS REJOICE Eimer 1820i 26.41 grammes, EF/GEF and nicely toned, in the box of issue, Queen Victoria Diamond Jubilee 1897 38mm diameter in bronze Obverse: Bust left Crowned and veiled VICTORIA REGINA ET IMPERATRIX, Reverse : Royal Arms with supporters VICTORIA 1837-1897 IN COMMEMORATION, 30.61 grammes NEF, Western Australia - Albany Queen Victoria Golden Jubilee 1887 UNC with prooflike fields the reverse with some scratches, holed at the top
Queen VictoriaDiamond Jubilee 1897 51mm diameter, weighing 48.85 grammes in silver by Spink and Son Eimer 1818c Obverse: Bust left crowned, laureate, veiled and draped, VICTORIA D:G: BRITT: REGINA F:D: IND : IMP: IN COMMEMOR . AN . REG . SEXACESIMI Reverse: a lighthouse and two ships with a flagpole in the centre with lion on crown at the top. In Exergue: Crowned Coat of Arms flanked by two crowns with a banner ARMY 1837-1897 NAVY Good Fine with some surface marks and edge bruises, along with Death of Sir Winston Churchill 1965 39mm diameter in silver weighing 28.76 grammes, Obverse: Bust almost facing, with books and paint-brushes on a shelf behind, In Exergue: WINSTON CHURCHILL 1874-1965, Reverse: A soldier standing defiantly on a sea-shore with aircraft above, In Exergue: VERY WELL ALONE, by F.Kovacs Eimer 2104 About EF
Queen VictoriaDiamond Jubilee 1897 the large Official Royal Mint issue 56mm diameter in Gold, weight 88.72 grammes, Eimer 1817a, UNC with two small contact marks on the obverse otherwise choice, very desirable and difficult to find this nice, these large Royal Mint issues now very sought after, in the official red Royal Mint box of issue
Sports Prize Medals (20) includes Wimbledon and District - South Wimbledon 1923/4/5 11.09 grammes in 9 carat gold, the remainder in silver, some with enamelling, covering a wide array of sports including Football, Bowls, Boxing, Shooting, Cycling and others dated 1905-1946, total weight of the silver items 189.6 grammes in mixed grades
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